Shift Manager

DHL Supply Chain; Cannock; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

GP consultations

Discounts

Loans and mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Cannock is seeking a Shift Manager to lead our warehouse operations on the night shift (18:00–06:00) with one Saturday every four weeks. You will supervise daily activities, set priorities, and ensure safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires at least 3 years of people management, experience with continuous improvement and WMS, and a strategic mindset to drive performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of people management experience.
• Continuous improvement experience essential.
• WMS knowledge essential.
• Strong operational knowledge of logistics/warehousing.
• Strategic thinker with problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication to inspire the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team: supervise daily warehouse operations to ensure smooth, efficient performance.
• Streamline processes: implement strategies to boost productivity.
• Ensure safety: uphold safety standards and compliance.
• Monitor performance: track KPIs and drive improvements.
• Foster collaboration: build a culture of communication and teamwork.

Skills

People management

Continuous Improvement

WMS knowledge

Logistics operations

Leadership

Tools

WMS software

Job description

Grade: RCS M grade
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Monday to Friday, 18:00 to 06:00 (Night Shift), with one Saturday shift every four weeks.

Location: Cannock, WS11 8JH

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Shift Manager to lead our operations and drive success.

If you're a proactive leader with a passion for logistics, we want you on our team!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead the Team: Supervise daily warehouse operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. Your leadership will inspire and motivate our team to reach new heights!
• Streamline Processes: Implement innovative strategies to enhance productivity and efficiency in our warehouse
• Ensure Safety: Uphold the highest safety standards and compliance regulations, creating a safe and secure workplace for everyone.
• Monitor Performance: Track key performance indicators and drive continuous improvement initiatives to meet and exceed our goals.
• Foster Collaboration: Build a strong team culture that values communication, accountability and teamwork. Together, we'll achieve great results!

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Have a minimum of 3 years people management experience - essential
• Have continuous Improvement experience - essential
• Have WMS - essential
• Have strong operational knowledge of logistics and warehousing
• Have a strategic mindset and a passion for problem-solving.
• You're a natural leader with excellent communication skills, able to inspire and engage your team

WHY JOIN US?

• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.